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The title listed below is the core publication for P3O. For a more detailed synopsis of the publication, please click on the image or title to view the listing on the Best Management Practice's Publications Library. This title is available in various formats.
Portfolio, Programme and Project Offices: P3O
This core guidance from the Cabinet Office describes why, when and how to use portfolio, programme and project Offices (P3O) models. It describes what a P3O is, defining the two key types of P3O, and goes on to answer the question posed by Senior Management: "Why have P3Os and what value-add do they bring to the organisation?" It also includes business cases, funding models for set-up and ongoing costs and performance measures.
The P3O manual has been translated into various languages, which are available from the Best Management Practice's Publications Library.
View the relevant Glossary and Acronyms for P3O at the Best Management Practice website.
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